AI Strategy Consultant (f/m/d)

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With around 11,800 employees.

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Job HighlightsConsulting, transparency and support of the Innovation Excellence and the R&D Community within LANXESS regarding AI tools and possibilitiesGenerating AI use cases, including process overview, potential value, and potential technological approachManaging the AI use case pipeline, and working with the Innovation Excellence team and the R&D Community to ensure that the sum of Use Cases amounts to a robust landscape supporting an AI enabled / AI accelerated Innovation and R&D within LANXESSDocumenting and prioritizing the AI use cases within the AI working group together with the IT colleaguesSupporting AI Literacy and AI Citizen Development where relevantExperience / SkillsDegree in Chemistry (or a closely related scientific field) with practical lab or chemical industry experience; alternatively, a strong background in PhysicsProven experience within R&D and innovation cycles in the chemical industry, with the ability to speak the “language of researchers”Fluent German and English language skills are requiredAdditional experience in consulting, business analysis, or interface management between R&D and IT is considered a strong assetSolid understanding of modern AI technologies (e.g., GenAI, Machine Learning, Machine Vision) and their potential to create tangible value in scientific researchAbility to operationalize use cases through structured requirements gathering (e.g., interviews, workshops) and systematic prioritization of digital initiativesStrong translation and communication skills, with the ability to bridge complex AI concepts and domain-specific scientific requirementsHigh digital affinity and curiosity, combined with a hands-on mindset to test, adopt, and experiment with emerging digital toolsExperience working at the interface of R&D, IT and business stakeholders, driving collaboration across functionsContract Type Regular Who we areIf the chemistry is right, we can make a difference at LANXESS speed up sports, make beverages last longer, add more color to leisure time and much more.As a leading specialty chemicals group, we develop and produce chemical intermediates, additives, specialty chemicals and high-tech plastics.

What we offer Compensation We offer competitive compensation packages, inclusive of a global bonus program and an individual performance bonus program.Comprehensive Benefits We provide a variety of benefits to support your financial security, health and wellbeing including retirement plans, health programs, life insurance and medical care.Work-Life & Flexibility We support you in maintaining a balance between working hours and personal life.

Therefore, we embrace the uniqueness of every single individual and are truly committed to supporting our people in developing their individual potential.Please address your application to the Recruiting Team.Job SummaryJob number: 8138Date posted : 2026-09-02Profession: General ManagementEmployment type: Full TimeType: Regular Be part of it!

With our global “Xwork” program, we offer flexible working arrangements in all countries in which we operate.Training & Development We are committed to your professional and personal development and encourage you in the ongoing pursuit of education, training and knowledge through both formal and informal learning.Diversity For us, talent matters, we welcome everyone who commits to our values.

We strongly believe that including diverse perspectives makes us more innovative and enhances our competitiveness.